Electrical Design Engineer
@ ALTEN

Derby, England, United Kingdom
On Site
Full-time
Posted 18 days ago

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About ALTEN

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Role Overview: Electrical Design Engineer

Join our high-impact engineering team in Derby as an Electrical Design Engineer, playing a key role in delivering innovative solutions for cutting-edge projects in the Nuclear sector.

Main Responsibilities

  • Manage electrical load schedules and design modular HV and LV distribution systems.
  • Design earthing and lightning protection systems.
  • Develop electrical power system models.
  • Complete design of the Electrical Systems Architecture, including sub-system design and equipment specification.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek Electrical Engineers who are passionate, results-oriented, and proactive. This role focuses strictly on design, not commissioning or maintenance. Candidates should be familiar with industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electronic & electrical engineering or related field.
  • Proven experience in electrical design within the energy sector.
  • Proficiency in design and simulation tools (e.g., ETAP, Navisworks).
  • Knowledge of grid codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks.

Why Join ALTEN?

ALTEN offers a personalised career path, opportunities to work on exciting engineering projects, competitive salary, and additional benefits including private medical insurance, pension scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, flexible work arrangements, and a vibrant social atmosphere.

Key skills/competency

  • Electrical Design
  • Load Scheduling
  • HV/LV Distribution
  • Earthing Systems
  • Lightning Protection
  • Power System Modeling
  • ETAP
  • Navisworks
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Nuclear Sector

How to Get Hired at ALTEN

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research ALTEN's culture: Study their mission and project highlights online.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant electrical design and simulation skills.
  • Showcase project experience: Emphasize nuclear and energy sector designs.
  • Prepare technical examples: Discuss use of ETAP and Navisworks in design.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review ETAP simulation techniques.
Practice designing HV and LV systems.
Study electrical system architecture design.
Familiarize with grid codes and standards.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling tight deadlines.
Explain a complex project design experience.
Discuss teamwork in challenging projects.
Share conflict resolution examples.

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